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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 4 MIN

1917: How Lenin Seized Power

from American History: Tellers of Stories and Events

In this episode, we explain how Lenin exploited instability to take control of Russia in 1917. We walk through the strategic moves that turned a revolution into a new authoritarian state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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